Head of Group Budgeting and Analysis | Lion Finance Group PLC

Head of Group Budgeting and Analysis Lion Finance Group PLC Shape the Financial Future of a Leading International Group! Lion Finance Group PLC is looking for a strategically minded finance leader to take on one of the most influential roles in the organization: Head of Group Budgeting and Analysis. Operating at the group level within Lion Finance Group PLC, you'll sit at the intersection of financial planning, strategic decision-making, and corporate growth — helping define where the business goes next and how it gets there. This is a high-visibility, high-impact role for someone who wants their analysis to directly influence boardroom decisions, investor confidence, and long-term strategy across an international, multi-entity group. What You'll Do Drive Group Financial Planning Analysis: Work with local teams and local management to lead the Group's annual budgeting, multi-year forecasting, and strategic planning cycles; Deliver monthly and quarterly performance reports to executive management and the Board — with sharp commentary on results, variances, and KPIs; Champion continuous improvement in FPA processes, systems, and methodologies across the Group; Partner with subsidiary finance teams to align best practices and ensure consistent, accurate reporting. Shape Strategic Finance Corporate Development Take part in evaluating investment opportunities and partnerships through rigorous financial assessment; Contribute to assessing growth opportunities across international markets, backed by sharp competitor analysis; Help shape capital allocation strategy and risk assessment at the group level; Engage with international stakeholders across multiple jurisdictions, with direct exposure to global financial markets and cross-border strategic initiatives. What You Bring Minimum 10 years in a senior financial leadership role (FPA, corporate development, investment banking, or private equity), including 3–5 years in a managerial role; Master's degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, or a related field; CFA or ACCA is a strong plus; Deep fluency in financial planning and analysis within a complex, multi-entity international group; A talent for turning complex data into clear, actionable insight for executive audiences. Leadership Behavioral Competencies Communication Influence: Credible communicator with investors, international financial institutions, and the Board; Strategic Thinking: Ability to see the big picture and draw strategic conclusions from data; Leadership Team Development: Proven ability to build, motivate, and mentor high-performing team; Effective coordination of cross-functional teams across multiple jurisdictions and countries; Stakeholder Management: Ability to build relationships with partners from diverse cultural and professional backgrounds; Adaptability Resilience: Maintains high performance in fast-changing environments. If Interested please apply by 20 July, 2026.